2006 Honda Accord vs. 1980 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Opel Commodore would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (253 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1980 Opel Commodore. (115 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1980 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 790 kg more than 1980 Opel Commodore. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Opel Commodore is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Opel Commodore. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Honda Accord (315 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Opel Commodore. (179 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Opel Commodore. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1980 Opel Commodore has manual transmission. 1980 Opel Commodore will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 1980 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Honda | Opel |
| Model | Accord | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2488 cc |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
